Racquets Formula by Penhaligon's
Men 1989
Main accords
Description
Racquets Formula by Penhaligon's is a chypre fragrance for men. Launched in 1989, this composition was created by perfumer Francis Pickthall. The top notes unfold a vibrant freshness with lavender, linden flower, lemon, geranium and bergamot; the heart reveals a spicy and floral depth thanks to ylang-ylang, cloves, cedar and rose; while the base notes offer a warm and woody…
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Key notes
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Top
lavender
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Heart
ylang-ylang
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Base
oakmoss
Community
111 votes
- Positive 78%
- Negative 18%
- Neutral 3.6%
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Leading answer I want it
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Season
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Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Racquets Formula
Racquets Formula by Penhaligon’s is a chypre fragrance for men. Launched in 1989, this composition was created by perfumer Francis Pickthall. The top notes unfold a vibrant freshness with lavender, linden flower, lemon, geranium and bergamot; the heart reveals a spicy and floral depth thanks to ylang-ylang, cloves, cedar and rose; while the base notes offer a warm and woody foundation with oakmoss, musk, amber, incense and vetiver.
Flowers Spices Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
45 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
68 votes
Character
Leading answer Leans masculine
14 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
11 votes
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